What are the main factors that influence a Physician/Doctor, Pathologist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a Physician/Doctor, Pathologist's salary?

A Physician/Doctor, Pathologist's salary grows with experience: starting around $323,355 for beginners, reaching about $326,292 at mid-level, and approach $333,881 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Physician/Doctor, Pathologist?

Physician/Doctor, Pathologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Physician/Doctor, Pathologist roles are District of Columbia $362,200, California $360,830, Massachusetts $356,020. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Physician/Doctor, Pathologist roles make?

Salaries for Physician/Doctor, Pathologist level roles vary by specialization: Oral Pathologist: $336,419; Anatomical Pathologist: $335,265; Surgical Pathologist: $332,396; Staff Pathologist: $330,682; Forensic Pathologist: $330,682.

Physician/Doctor, Pathologist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Physician/Doctor, Pathologist make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Physician/Doctor, Pathologist in Delaware is $331,290 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $159.

However, a Physician/Doctor, Pathologist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $397,754
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $311,600 to $366,080
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $293,673

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Physician/Doctor, Pathologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$366,080	$30,507	$7,040	$176
Average	$331,290	$27,608	$6,371	$159
25th Percentile	$311,600	$25,967	$5,992	$150

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Key Factors That Influence Physician/Doctor, Pathologist Salaries

A Physician/Doctor, Pathologist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Physician/Doctor, Pathologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Physician/Doctor, Pathologist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $323,355
Early Career (1-2 years): $324,824
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $326,292
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $328,348
Expert (over 8 years): $333,881

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Physician/Doctor, Pathologist	$323,355
Intermediate Level Physician/Doctor, Pathologist	$324,824
Senior Level Physician/Doctor, Pathologist	$326,292
Specialist Level Physician/Doctor, Pathologist	$328,348
Expert Level Physician/Doctor, Pathologist	$333,881

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How Do Physician/Doctor, Pathologist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Physician/Doctor, Pathologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $362,200.
California: $360,830.
Massachusetts: $356,020.

District of Columbia $362,200 California $360,830 Massachusetts $356,020 Washington $354,710 New Jersey $354,580 Alaska $354,120 Connecticut $349,610 New York $347,780

Hawaii $341,920 Rhode Island $339,170 Maryland $337,310 Minnesota $334,760 Colorado $333,770 Illinois $333,450 Oregon $332,200 Delaware $331,290

New Hampshire $330,710 Virginia $329,420 Pennsylvania $325,660 Nevada $323,760 North Dakota $323,140 Michigan $322,160 Wisconsin $321,800 Vermont $321,080

Texas $319,090 Maine $318,960 Arizona $318,760 Ohio $318,530 Georgia $315,520 Indiana $314,020 Wyoming $313,720 Utah $313,260

Iowa $313,070 Kansas $311,500 Louisiana $311,040 North Carolina $310,880 Missouri $310,810 Florida $309,530 Montana $308,850 Nebraska $308,190

Kentucky $307,830 South Carolina $306,520 Tennessee $305,710 Idaho $305,380 New Mexico $302,990 Oklahoma $302,470 Alabama $300,540 South Dakota $297,300

Arkansas $295,530 West Virginia $294,580 Mississippi $291,740

Top Paying Cities for Physician/Doctor, Pathologists

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $342,870
Little Creek: $339,700
Magnolia: $341,100

Lincoln, DE $342,870 Little Creek, DE $339,700 Magnolia, DE $341,100 Milford, DE $342,870 Marydel, DE $338,420 Millsboro, DE $342,870 Millville, DE $345,160 Milton, DE $342,870

Nassau, DE $342,870 Ocean View, DE $345,160 Rehoboth Beach, DE $345,160 Seaford, DE $339,270 Selbyville, DE $345,160 Smyrna, DE $338,030 Viola, DE $341,100 Woodside, DE $340,120

Bear, DE $335,540 Newark, DE $335,670 Claymont, DE $335,930 Delaware City, DE $335,670 Hockessin, DE $335,930 Kirkwood, DE $335,670 Middletown, DE $337,340 Montchanin, DE $335,930

New Castle, DE $335,930 Odessa, DE $337,800 Port Penn, DE $334,760 Rockland, DE $335,930 Saint Georges, DE $335,670 Townsend, DE $337,310 Winterthur, DE $335,930 Lewes, DE $342,870

Wilmington, DE $335,930 Dover, DE $339,530 Dover Afb, DE $340,320 Bethany Beach, DE $345,160 Bethel, DE $339,270 Bridgeville, DE $342,870 Camden Wyoming, DE $339,890 Cheswold, DE $338,750

Clayton, DE $337,900 Dagsboro, DE $345,160 Delmar, DE $339,270 Ellendale, DE $342,870 Felton, DE $342,870 Fenwick Island, DE $345,160 Frankford, DE $345,160 Frederica, DE $342,870

Georgetown, DE $342,870 Greenwood, DE $342,870 Harbeson, DE $342,870 Harrington, DE $342,870 Hartly, DE $337,730 Houston, DE $342,870 Kenton, DE $337,900 Laurel, DE $339,270

Yorklyn, DE $335,930

Physician/Doctor, Pathologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Physician/Doctor, Pathologist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$311,600

Average $331,290/year

$366,080

$25,967

Average $27,608/month

$30,507

$5,992

Average $6,371/week

$7,040

$150

Average $159/hour

$176

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$366,080	$30,507	$7,040	$176
Average	$331,290	$27,608	$6,371	$159
25th Percentile	$311,600	$25,967	$5,992	$150

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